FPGA Engineer

About Us

Our company specializes in innovative ultrasound technologies, providing cutting-edge consulting services in the medical device field. We work with clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies, delivering customized solutions that push the boundaries of ultrasound technology. 

Position Overview

We seek a versatile FPGA Engineer with expertise in instrumentation, application development, and embedded systems to join our team. In this multifaceted role, you will contribute to diverse projects spanning the ultrasound technology spectrum, working directly with clients to solve complex technical challenges. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced consulting environment, can adapt quickly to new technical domains, and possesses strong problem-solving abilities. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Implement FPGA designs using Verilog/SystemVerilog or VHDL for real-time signal processing and/or control applications 

  • Design, develop, and implement software for ultrasound instrumentation systems using Python, and C/C++ 

  • Create application software that interfaces with ultrasound hardware for data acquisition, processing, and visualization 

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware engineers, DSP specialists, and application scientists 

  • Work directly with clients to gather requirements, develop specifications, and deliver solutions 

  • Troubleshoot and debug complex system integration issues spanning hardware and software domains 

  • Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation 

  • Participate in client meetings and presentations to communicate technical concepts and project progress 

Qualifications

Required

  • 5+ years of professional experience in FPGA development 

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field 

  • Proficiency with at least one hardware description language (Verilog/SystemVerilog or VHDL) 

  • Proficiency in Python and C/C++ programming languages 

  • Experience with real-time embedded systems development 

  • Strong understanding of digital signal processing concepts 

  • Experience with version control systems (Git) and software development methodologies 

  • Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences 

  • Adaptability to work across multiple projects simultaneously 

Preferred

  • Experience with ultrasound systems, medical devices, or related technologies 

  • Familiarity with medical device regulations and standards (FDA, IEC, ISO) 

  • Experience with GUI development using frameworks like Qt or wxWidgets 

  • Background in signal processing algorithms relevant to ultrasound (beamforming, filtering, etc.) 

  • Experience with Linux/Unix environments for embedded applications 

  • Understanding of communication protocols (USB, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, etc.) 

  • Prior consulting experience or client-facing role 

Projects You Might Work On

  • Real-time signal processing implementations on FPGAs 

  • Medical imaging system software development 

  • Custom ultrasound data acquisition systems 

  • Embedded control systems for transducer arrays 

  • Desktop applications for ultrasound visualization 

  • Research prototypes for novel ultrasound applications 

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects across multiple industries 

  • Exposure to cutting-edge ultrasound technologies and applications 

  • Collaborative, innovative work environment with talented engineers 

  • Professional development opportunities and continuous learning 

Visit our website to express your interest in this role and learn more about us!